2005 BMW 318 vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2007 BMW 523 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 523 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
